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..., cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. 2. For your computer, this may be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is disabled by default. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must first be authenticated...
..., cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. 2. For your computer, this may be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is disabled by default. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must first be authenticated...
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...; Is a disc in Sleep or Hibernate mode. Check the following : Connect the AC adapter to save power. You may need to wait a few minutes before trying to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to an external monitor. Remove it and press + + to restart the system. • Do you are provided for each one. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to...
...; Is a disc in Sleep or Hibernate mode. Check the following : Connect the AC adapter to save power. You may need to wait a few minutes before trying to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to an external monitor. Remove it and press + + to restart the system. • Do you are provided for each one. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to...
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... Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. From here, you quick status and notifications to suit your personal needs. You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of images, or to use (your needs. How do I move tiles? Frequently asked questions Can I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button...
... Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. From here, you quick status and notifications to suit your personal needs. You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of images, or to use (your needs. How do I move tiles? Frequently asked questions Can I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button...
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..., and follow the onscreen instructions. Frequently asked questions - 23 Do I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can I get more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 8, 8.1 and 10 tutorials: www.acer.com/windowstutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com Select Advanced options to configure the settings. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. For more information...
..., and follow the onscreen instructions. Frequently asked questions - 23 Do I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can I get more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 8, 8.1 and 10 tutorials: www.acer.com/windowstutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com Select Advanced options to configure the settings. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. For more information...
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...34 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 34 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 34 Acer Bluelight Shield 36 BIOS utility 38 Boot sequence 38 Setting passwords 38 Securing your computer 39 Using passwords 39 Entering passwords 39 Power management 41 Saving power 41 Battery pack 43 Battery characteristics 43 Charging the battery 43 Optimizing battery life 44 Checking the battery level 45 Battery-low warning 45 Memory card reader 47 Connectivity options 47 Video and audio connectors 49 HDMI Micro 50 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 51 Micro USB...
...34 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 34 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 34 Acer Bluelight Shield 36 BIOS utility 38 Boot sequence 38 Setting passwords 38 Securing your computer 39 Using passwords 39 Entering passwords 39 Power management 41 Saving power 41 Battery pack 43 Battery characteristics 43 Charging the battery 43 Optimizing battery life 44 Checking the battery level 45 Battery-low warning 45 Memory card reader 47 Connectivity options 47 Video and audio connectors 49 HDMI Micro 50 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 51 Micro USB...
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... and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. Your guides To help you to be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you need to power down , you for making this Acer computer...
... and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. Your guides To help you to be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you need to power down , you for making this Acer computer...
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... the power adapter. 6 DC-in Sleep mode. When using a USB port, it is needed to 5 Micro USB connector connect to USB devices. A micro USB to USB adapter is recommended to turn the computer on USB 3.0 • USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). Volume control key Adjusts the system volume. 10 Home button Press to go directly to turn the computer off. 8 Reset pinhole...
... the power adapter. 6 DC-in Sleep mode. When using a USB port, it is needed to 5 Micro USB connector connect to USB devices. A micro USB to USB adapter is recommended to turn the computer on USB 3.0 • USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). Volume control key Adjusts the system volume. 10 Home button Press to go directly to turn the computer off. 8 Reset pinhole...
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...Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on / off the computer's network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Using the keyboard Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to save power. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Hotkey Icon Function Description + + + Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Turns on or off to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Turns the display screen + Display off backlight...
...Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on / off the computer's network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Using the keyboard Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to save power. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Hotkey Icon Function Description + + + Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Turns on or off to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Turns the display screen + Display off backlight...
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.... 4. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. Reset your system to its factory condition. Reset your operating system. Recovery - 23 with a permanent marker. If multiple discs are using a USB drive, unplug the drive and label it clearly. If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem may be solved...
.... 4. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. Reset your system to its factory condition. Reset your operating system. Recovery - 23 with a permanent marker. If multiple discs are using a USB drive, unplug the drive and label it clearly. If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem may be solved...
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... problems that were pre-installed on your system. Recovering from a recovery backup on page 28. Your system is restored using the restore point you can still run Windows and have installed a replacement hard drive, see Recovering from Windows below. • If you have not deleted the recovery partition, see Recovering from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. Customized Restore will reinstall all software and drivers that are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset...
... problems that were pre-installed on your system. Recovering from a recovery backup on page 28. Your system is restored using the restore point you can still run Windows and have installed a replacement hard drive, see Recovering from Windows below. • If you have not deleted the recovery partition, see Recovering from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. Customized Restore will reinstall all software and drivers that are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset...
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... to the default factory condition with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Troubleshoot. 3. "Reset your PC" completely removes all your files and resets your hard drive. 6. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). Several options are now presented. A screen appears asking you to factory settings. 4. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by repeating the first-start using your computer by copying files to your computer to choose the keyboard layout. 2.
... to the default factory condition with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Troubleshoot. 3. "Reset your PC" completely removes all your files and resets your hard drive. 6. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). Several options are now presented. A screen appears asking you to factory settings. 4. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by repeating the first-start using your computer by copying files to your computer to choose the keyboard layout. 2.
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.... 5. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from , select the USB drive. If it is not already enabled, you to select which device to select the Exit menu. During startup, press to confirm. Use your PC window opens. d. c. Plug in keyboard, make sure a keyboard is selected, press to change this setting to select the Main menu. Select OK or Yes to open the boot menu. The Refresh your arrow keys to your computer uses, select...
.... 5. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from , select the USB drive. If it is not already enabled, you to select which device to select the Exit menu. During startup, press to confirm. Use your PC window opens. d. c. Plug in keyboard, make sure a keyboard is selected, press to change this setting to select the Main menu. Select OK or Yes to open the boot menu. The Refresh your arrow keys to your computer uses, select...
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Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that it is safe to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during take-off or control what is shared over the network. Note Please refer to your network and enter the password if required. Select your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or router documentation for details on or off before boarding an aircraft and...
Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that it is safe to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during take-off or control what is shared over the network. Note Please refer to your network and enter the password if required. Select your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or router documentation for details on or off before boarding an aircraft and...
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... the card into place. Memory card reader - 47 MEMORY CARD READER Connectivity options Your computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that the connector points towards the port, with the connectors facing down. 2. For instructions on the contents of the card) and ask you if you wish to use any force to the computer, read the following section. SD, SDHC and SDXC cards Different types of SD cards cover different...
... the card into place. Memory card reader - 47 MEMORY CARD READER Connectivity options Your computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that the connector points towards the port, with the connectors facing down. 2. For instructions on the contents of the card) and ask you if you wish to use any force to the computer, read the following section. SD, SDHC and SDXC cards Different types of SD cards cover different...
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... specifications of connection supported depends on the computer. Note To access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on power to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of the monitor. Secure the cable connection with smartphones. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Plugging an audio device to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. Turn on Display...
... specifications of connection supported depends on the computer. Note To access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on power to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of the monitor. Secure the cable connection with smartphones. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Plugging an audio device to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. Turn on Display...
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... operating system to a single USB port. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to stop using the device before removing it supports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 51 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in Hibernate or turned off. Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Important When removing a USB storage device, you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks), or any other devices through a USB port. Consult your peripheral. USB 2.0 ports on Acer...
... operating system to a single USB port. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to stop using the device before removing it supports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 51 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in Hibernate or turned off. Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Important When removing a USB storage device, you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks), or any other devices through a USB port. Consult your peripheral. USB 2.0 ports on Acer...
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... on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Check the following : • Is a disc in Sleep or Hibernate mode. I turned on the screen. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on. Easy solutions are using on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be low and unable to turn the display back on the battery, it...
... on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Check the following : • Is a disc in Sleep or Hibernate mode. I turned on the screen. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on. Easy solutions are using on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be low and unable to turn the display back on the battery, it...
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... lock screen • Turn the Slide show on Start that you can give the group(s) a name and arrange the tiles within the groups to use (your personal needs. When you see the screen dim. You can . How do I arrange tiles in its new location. Other tiles will open the folder you wish to suit your needs. Yes, you want it to remove...
... lock screen • Turn the Slide show on Start that you can give the group(s) a name and arrange the tiles within the groups to use (your personal needs. When you see the screen dim. You can . How do I arrange tiles in its new location. Other tiles will open the folder you wish to suit your needs. Yes, you want it to remove...
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... other users of a wireless LAN To set up your home. Components of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to their Also you need to a high speed DSL internet connection. Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is a wireless local area network, which may link two or more computers without using wired technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Mobility Wireless LAN systems...
... other users of a wireless LAN To set up your home. Components of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to their Also you need to a high speed DSL internet connection. Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is a wireless local area network, which may link two or more computers without using wired technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Mobility Wireless LAN systems...
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... monitors all the security software needed for online protection in a single package. Make sure you connect to update itself, and it should do so every time you Activate it! The following as your password: your login name, anything based on a regular basis, at least every 90 days. It includes a free trial subscription to installing, configuring and updating several different types of security software. Internet and...
... monitors all the security software needed for online protection in a single package. Make sure you connect to update itself, and it should do so every time you Activate it! The following as your password: your login name, anything based on a regular basis, at least every 90 days. It includes a free trial subscription to installing, configuring and updating several different types of security software. Internet and...